Turkey’s Culture and Tourism Minister, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, is under fire after photos emerged of him on a luxury yacht in Greek waters, amid struggles in the Turkish tourism sector.
The images, published by Kısa Dalga, show Ersoy on a 50-meter superyacht at Zea Marina near Athens, reportedly owned by his tourism company. The vessel, equipped with a jacuzzi, pool, and high-speed engines, costs up to €120,000 per week to rent.
Ersoy claimed the trip was for an interview with columnist Ahmet Hakan, but critics argue it was a personal vacation. Social media erupted, with one post stating, “While our tourism industry suffers, the minister relaxes in Greek waters.” Others questioned his choice of a foreign destination over Turkey’s resorts.
Even AKP member Şamil Tayyar criticized the move, citing regional conflicts, the Gaza crisis, and economic challenges, calling the images “deeply disturbing.”
Ersoy, a wealthy former tour operator, has long faced scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest.
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